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History

After the Kispiox Valley Rodeo was established in 1948, a Hall was required to hold Rodeo dances and award ceremonies to honour the cowboys and cowgirls, as well as to provide a place for residents to gather. 

Built with donated lumber and volunteer labour, the Kispiox Valley Community Centre has been the heart of our community since 1952.  The Hall provided a meeting place for the Kispiox Valley Farmer’s Institute, a farming co-operative established in 1928.

The valley’s history of volunteerism remains strong, and the Hall has evolved through volunteer labour and fund-raising from its original one room, to include kitchen facilities built in 1960, and updated in the 70’s (hydro was added in 1970). 

An expansion to the Hall occurred in 1986 and the installation of basic indoor plumbing was completed in 1994.  A major hall renovation was completed in 2010-2011.

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Atmosphere

At the heart of the Kispiox Valley community, the Hall sits on the bank of the renowned Kispiox River. The Hall and Community Grounds are home to the annual Kispiox Valley Rodeo and Kispiox Valley Music Festival. There is no cell service at the Hall, making it a great venue to unplug, unwind, and catch up with friends, family and neighbours. Our natural setting makes the Hall a perfect spot for retreats.

Kispiox River at the Community Grounds during Music Festival, ElizaRose Photos

Amenities

The 2,400 sqft main hall area can comfortably accommodate a sit down meal for up to 175 guests. A spacious commercial kitchen with commercial gas range and large serving window assures everyone will be well fed. The large stage works equally well for an intimate poetry reading or a 12 piece band. The huge covered verandah creates the perfect place to step away for a moment or to welcome your guests. There are convenient double washrooms, and ample parking is right outside. The Hall is wheelchair accessible.

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Location

The Kispiox Valley Community Hall is about a half hour drive from Hazelton, an hour and a bit from Smithers and two hours from Terrace.

Turn off Hwy 16 in New Hazelton towards Old Hazelton, and watch for the signs to the Kispiox Valley. Follow Kispiox Valley Rd through Anspayaxw (Kispiox) Village and up the valley to the Community Grounds and Hall on the left.

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Hall Rental

Commercial Kitchen use is included.

(click for) Rates:

Rate

Damage Deposit

5 Hour

$200

+$200

8 Hour

$300

+$200

All Day

$500

+$200

2 Day

$800

+$300

3 Day

$1,100

+$400

5 Day

$2,000

+$500

Booking Deposit*

$150

*We require the booking deposit to secure your event date. We will keep this amount as a cleaning deposit that will be refunded after your event if the hall has been cleaned satisfactorily.

Full payment is due 14 days before your event.

Overnight camping on the grounds during your event may be arranged upon request.

Amenities Included:

tables and chairs for 175

coffee maker 100 cup

coffee maker 45 cup

coffee maker 30 cup

electric kettle

2 soup pots

air-pop popcorn maker

glass juice dispenser

dish soap & hand soap

tealight holders

salt & pepper

double-door refrigerator

chest freezer

serving platters & spoons

water pitchers

mugs & glasses

triple dishwashing sinks

dish sterilizer

propane stove with:

4 burners, grill, 2 ovens

microwave

outdoor BBQ

dry bar

large screen (no projector)

pingpong table

bocci set

soccer balls and nets

crokinole boards

croquet set

4 small square tables

children’s corner with furniture, books, wooden train set

Tableware (Additional Fee):

Up to 100 place settings

dinner plates

salad plates

soup bowls

dessert plates

dinner forks

salad/dessert forks

teaspoons

soup spoons

dinner knives

wine glasses

tea cups and saucers

We supply cleaning supplies, paper towels, toilet paper, hand sanitizer.

We do not supply pots & pans, table cloths or a PA system (can be rented in Smithers or Terrace)

Overnight camping on the grounds during your event may be arranged upon request.

Hall Floorplan:

Main Hall Dimensions with a banquet-style seating arrangement

Thank-you for considering the Kispiox Valley Community Centre Hall for your event. We will get back to you shortly. If you need assistance please call Ruth Brady at 250-842-5888

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Utsun Moon, photo Graeme Pole/Mountain Vision